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Tobin Eason
Memorial Fund
The Tobin Eason Memorial Fund honors the legacy, passion, and artistic spirit of Tobin Eason, a distinguished alumnus of Ballet Apetrei. The fund provides meaningful financial support to talented local artists who demonstrate exceptional promise, dedication, and a profound love for the art of ballet, helping them pursue opportunities for training, growth, and artistic development.
About Tobin Eason
Tobin Eason’s journey as a dancer was marked by grace, discipline, and a profound commitment to the art of ballet. As a proud alumnus of Ballet Apetrei, Tobin embodied the highest standards of technical excellence and creative expression. This scholarship is established in his memory to ensure that his passion for dance continues to inspire, uplift, and pave the way for the next generation of artists.
Core Objectives
Direct Financial Support
Awarding 100% of donations made to this fund to the recipient of the award to be used to forward their dance career.
Preserving a Legacy
Keeping Tobin’s memory alive within the dance community by celebrating local artists who share his vibrant spirit and work ethic.
Nurturing Talent
Providing resources to dedicated local artists pursuing high-level classical ballet training and careers.
Candidate Profile
The ideal recipient of the scholarship is a local artist who demonstrates exceptional promise, dedication, and a profound love for the art of ballet.
Applications are accepted year-round. To apply, email a letter of intent, resume and photograph to balletapetreimandeville@gmail.com.
Fund Administration and Tax Status
All funds are managed and distributed annually by Ballet Apetrei. Because Ballet Apetrei is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, all donations made to Tobin Eason Memorial Scholarship Fund are fully tax-deductible to the extend allowed by law.
